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Football Player Capsules: Daniel Owens
Fall camp begins in August, and to preview the upcoming 2024 season we take a look at each scholarship player on Maryland’s roster, from jersey No. 0 to No. 99. RECRUITING: Owens was a three-star recruit in the 2022 class out of Calvert Hall (Towson, Md. To continue reading,...
Silver Lake graduate selected by Washington Nationals in MLB Draft
Another pitching prospect from the South Shore has a potential future in professional baseball. In the 16th round of the MLB Draft, the Washington Nationals selected 2020 Silver Lake graduate Nolan Hughes with the 470th overall pick. Hughes, a 6-foot-5, 235-pound left-hander from Halifax, finished up his junior season at...
An attitude of mind and heart, and a gathering in DC
Kurt Meyer writes a weekly column for the Nora Springs – Rockford Register and the Substack newsletter Showing Up, where this essay first appeared. He served as chair of the executive committee (the equivalent of board chair) of Americans for Democratic Action, America’s most experienced liberal organization. By...
Security concerns growing at luxury apartment complex in Northwest DC
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Neighbors living in a luxury apartment building in Northwest D.C. are fed up with ongoing security issues at the complex. “There’s a lack of responsibility and accountability,” said Stephanie Streuber, who lives at Banner Lane. “I love living here, I love living in D.C. It’s just disappointing that so many […]
Yarn boutique ‘fibre space’ celebrates 15 years in Alexandria
Over the last 15 years, yarn shop fibre space (1319 Prince Street) has become a pillar of Old Town’s retail community. Beyond just its notable exterior mural and unique triangular building, the crafting shop has endured through the rise of online retail, a Metro shutdown, and Covid. This summer, the shop is celebrating its 15th anniversary.
Alexandria Optometrist Offers Summer Eye Advice
Your eyes need protection from sun and swimming just like your skin does. An eye doctor sheds light on what helps. When you head out to enjoy the sun this summer, you’re protecting your skin with sunscreen. (You are, aren’t you?) But are you protecting your eyes?. Dr....
Alexandria music school raises over $28K while owner and teacher battles cancer
In the heart of Alexandria’s Del Ray neighborhood is a music school that has taught generations of kids the challenge of mastering a skill. Now, the Del Ray School of Music is fighting to survive. Funds are being raised to pay the school’s rent and expenses while the school’s...
Sprig’s Coffee and Pastry Cafe shutters near federal courthouse
A local coffee shop mere steps from the federal courthouse in Alexandria is no more. Sprig’s Coffee and Pastry Cafe, which opened only two years ago at 2050 Ballenger Avenue, has closed. Signage on the door alerts customers to the closure, which a company spokesperson attributed to financial issues.
Families mourn death of 2 dogs after stay at Virginia PetSmart, investigation underway
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (7News) — Animal Control in Alexandria, Virginia confirms to 7News that it is now investigating the death of two separate dogs who stayed at the Potomac Yard PetSmart in June. The dogs stayed at PetSmart’s “Petshotel” during the same week and died just two days apart.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Alexandria with storms and heat likely tomorrow
As of 3:45 p.m., the skies above Alexandria are cloudy but not too ominous. The National Weather Service, however, warned that could change this afternoon. Alexandria and many of the neighboring localities are under a severe thunderstorm watch until 10 p.m. tonight (Tuesday). The chance of precipitation is only 40% tonight, but goes up to 80% tomorrow with isolated showers and thunderstorms likely between noon and 2 p.m. tomorrow.
DC region under heat advisory Wednesday; showers and thunderstorms likely
WASHINGTON - The scorching hot and humid conditions continue on Wednesday across the Washington, D.C. region with temperatures in the upper-90s and heat index readings that could exceed 105 degrees. A heat advisory remains in effect from 11 a.m. this morning to 8 p.m. for the nation’s capital, portions of...
Pinpoint Weather: Strong afternoon storms are possible
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — While the heat and humidity will linger in Southwest and Central Virginia on Wednesday, an upcoming cold front will bring the chance for rain and cooler conditions. Wednesday will start mostly dry with morning temperatures in the 60s and 70s. While it won’t be as hot during the afternoon, temperatures will […]
RAA emergency calls increase as extreme heat continues
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Multiple heat waves continue to sweep across central Virginia, making it difficult to be outside. “We have another heat advisory going into effect Wednesday,” said 12 On Your Side’s Meteorologist Megan Wise, “Heat index values back close to 109-110 degrees.”. These index values...
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